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While the Saints continue to expand Hill’s package, Fowler said, “It could look slightly different than in previous years.” The offensive weapon could reportedly play “up to five positions” this season, as coaches “believe he has more to give” heading into his eighth season as a pro. Fantasy managers who can deploy Hill as a tight end on their roster could have a nice edge at the position if things play out well for him this season. Last year, Hill totaled 692 yards from scrimmage and six touchdowns while catching 33 passes. He had career-highs in both receptions and receiving yards (291) and finished as the TE15 in fantasy points per game in PPR leagues. He’s a low-risk, high-reward player who remains an interesting stash in fantasy leagues.

Dortch is a surprise addition to the injury report as he wasn’t added until Friday. The Cardinals listed him as a limited participant in practice before giving him the questionable tag. With Marvin Harrison Jr. breaking out in Week 2, Dortch was a weak fantasy option before suffering the injury. Even if he suits up, fantasy managers should be wary of his Week 3 outlook.

Beachum was added to the injury report on Thursday before being downgraded to a DNP on Friday. That puts him on the wrong side of questionable heading into the weekend. Jackson Barton and Charlie Heck are both candidates to be called up from the practice squad and take Beachum’s spot in the lineup if he can’t go.

Shenault’s Friday practice participation has yet to be released but he logged consecutive Full Participant designations to begin the weeks. He has strong odds of suiting up but is not relevant for fantasy purposes.

Washington was limited in practice throughout the week. Miami gets an extra day of rest next week because they play on Monday Night Football. That could be enough time for Washington to make his NFL debut. Braxton Berrios remains the team’s WR3 for Week 3.

Wilson barely saw the ball in Week 2 before going down in the fourth quarter. He did not log a carry but caught two short passes. He isn’t on the fantasy radar heading into Week 3.

Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel told reporters earlier this week Armstead would be back “sooner rather than later.” He wasn’t kidding. Armstead, who is a warrior when it comes to playing through injuries, is good to go for Week 3.

Mafe leads Seahawks defenders in both pressures (15) and NFL sacks (2.0) so availability would go a long way toward pressuring the Dolphins Week 3 starting QB Skylar Thompson. Mafe’s Friday practice status has yet to be released but even limited participation would bode positively for his availability. Seahawks No. 3 S K’Von Wallace (shoulder) is also questionable for Week 3.

Ferguson missed Week 2 with the knee issue but participated in all three practices this week before being cleared. He should play without any limitations in a high-scoring matchup versus the Ravens. Ferguson will rank as a low-end TE1 for Week 3.

Defensive tackle Mazi Smith is listed as questionable. Diggs missed Wednesday’s practice but was back on the field by Thursday. He was a full participant in Friday’s session before being cleared. Diggs notched one interception and two pass breakups in Week 1 before he and the rest of the Dallas defense gave up 44 points to the Saints last week. He will look to get back on track versus Lamar Jackson on Sunday.

Baker surely would have liked to suit up against his former team but the Seahawks are evidently playing things conservatively. Baker joined practice in a limited capacity on Thursday and his Friday status has yet to be released. He has a good shot at suiting up for Week 4 against the Lions.